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262 I Subject Details
VAF892
Statistics
18 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Sampling, graphical representation of statistical data, reading graphs, mode, median,
mean, range, variance and standard deviation, normal distribution, skewed data,
confidence limits.
VAG387
Transmissions
30 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
This module will enable the studentto carry out minor servicing of clutches and
transmission assemblies.
VAG443
Trust Accounting for Legal
Executives
51 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Legal Method orequivalent, NAP71 9
Aims & Objectives
The purpose of this module is to provide training in the field oftrust accounting as might
be relevant to a person working in a legal office, legal aid provider, government
department. financial institution or bank or mortgage department or other allied area
requiring a basic knowledge olthe applicable procedures and law, regulations and rules
as covered by this module.
Content
Accounting for Trust Funds.
General Office Accounting Systems.
Introduction to Computer and Data Processing Systems.
VAG530
20 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Vehicle Detailing
This module will enable the studentto clean, inspect and complete pre-delivery detailing
in a vehicle.
VAG682
15 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Wheels and Tyres
This module will enable the studentto recognise various wheel and tyre types and to
safely carry out wheel and tyre service operations.
VAG728
20 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Word Processing
Provides the participant with skills in the use of a word processing package to create,
save and retrieve one page documents and use basic formatting commands, such as
bold and underline.
VAG822
10 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Worl(shop Safety
This module is designed to give an awareness of the dangers associated with work, to
enable the studentto avoid injury to him/herself and workmates, and to act correctly in
times of emergency.
VAG836
20 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Writing Skills for Work
Aims & Objectives
The purpose of this module is to provide competency based training in communication
skills to write simple work related documents.
Students are dealing with routine, predictable tasks with few repeatable steps. There is
sufficienttime to complete the tasks. The tasks are routine and involve dealing with
people on a one-to-one basis, orworkingwithin a group with known participants.
On successful completion olthis module, the student will be able to employ effective
writing skills and strategies to write simple workplace documents.
VAG876
Mechanics on Solids
60 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: EA804, E8840, VG8875, VAA125, VM 126
Content
The purpose ofthis module is provide participants with the skills, knowledge and
attitudes required to develop analytical techniques used to solve a wide range of linear
stress/strain problems. This module builds on the knowledge obtained in Advanced
Statics and Introductory/Advanced Strength of Materials, and also facilitates
articulation to Degree courses in Engineering (Mechanical/Manufacturing).
VAH216
Work Team Communication
40 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: The subject is for students who have specific learning
needs with a focus on intellectual and/or learning disability, have the potential foropen
employment and/or further training, and are sixteen years of age or over.
Content
Provides competency based training to develop effective work team communication
skills in the workplace.
VAH676
Induction
10 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: The subject is for students who have specific learning
needs with a focus on intellectual and/or learning disability, have the potential for open
employment and/or further training, and are sixteen years of age or over.
Content
Provides participants with an introduction to the training institution.
VAH760
Job Seeking Skills
40 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: The subject is for students who have specific learning
needs with a focus on intellectual and/or learning disabIlity, have the potential for open
employment and/or further training, and are sixteen years of age or over.
Content
Provides competency based training in effective communication skills to research and
apply for suitable employment. then evaluate individual performance in the job
application process.
VAJ581
54 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Administrative Law for Justice
Studies
Provides knowledge of the general principles of administrative law and legislative
provisions governing the review of administrative decisions.
VAJ648
54 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Content
Applied Psychology
Introduction to the science of psychology. Students will learn to apply the knowledge of
human behaviour provided by psychological research and study to promote appropriate
referral of people in crisis.
VAJ685
54 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Australian Criminal Justice System
Swinburne University of Technology I TAFE Handbook 2002